Weaving demonstration at Newbern Library this weekend to celebrate Nat’l Craft Month
Newbern Library released the following announcement this week: “As part of our salute to Craft Month, the Newbern Library is very happy to have Jessica... Read More
The hunt for Mabila: site of legendary battle in the Black Belt meets the push to expand Hwy. 69
Gov. Kay Ivey announced the expansion of Alabama Highway 69 through Hale and Marengo Counties within only a few weeks of another announcement of massive... Read More
Black Belt lags in STEM proficiency, UA study finds
The Education Policy Center at the University of Alabama, released a brief on STEM education in the Black Belt region as a part of Black... Read More
As Black Belt tops state in high gas prices, local leaders warn tax repeal could doom Highway 69 expansion
In recent days, gas prices have soared nationwide and Alabama has not been immune to the hike. Everyday consumers and local governments alike have been... Read More
The Voice of the ‘Ville
by Rita Lewis Congratulations Congratulations to Katlyn Lawson crowned HCHS Miss Moundsman on Friday evening. She is the daughter of Tynisha Bryant. (See picture below) ... Read More
Moundville Baptist Church is local food pantry
Moundville Baptist Church, located at 150 5th Avenue in Moundville, is a local food pantry resource. People can pick up a box of food on... Read More
Black Belt Community Foundation schedules spring grant workshops
The Black Belt Community Foundation (BBCF) is announcing its 2022 Community Grant Cycle. BBCF is looking for community-based organizations from Bullock, Choctaw, Dallas, Greene, Hale,... Read More
Red Cross puts out ‘urgent’ call for local donors, disaster response volunteers
Red Cross has an URGENT need for local citizens to “Resolve to Volunteer” with the American Red Cross and make a difference in 2022! Communities... Read More
Southern holds Beauty Walk
Southern Academy recently hosted its annual Beauty Walk that crowned girls and young women enrolled at Southern. Winning the title of Miss Southern Academy was... Read More